What is the cheapest way to get from Puducherry to Arunachala?

The cheapest way to get from Puducherry to Arunachala is to train which costs ₹300 - ₹1,400 and takes 1h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Puducherry to Arunachala?

The fastest way to get from Puducherry to Arunachala is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs ₹1,100 - ₹1,800.

Is there a direct bus between Puducherry and Arunachala?

No, there is no direct bus from Puducherry to Arunachala. However, there are services departing from FlixBus Pondicherry - Bus Stand and arriving at FlixBus Tiruvannamalai - Bypass via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Puducherry and Arunachala?

No, there is no direct train from Puducherry to Arunachala. However, there are services departing from Pondicherry and arriving at Tiruvannamalai via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 42m.

How far is it from Puducherry to Arunachala?

The distance between Puducherry and Arunachala is 107 km. The road distance is 105 km.

How do I travel from Puducherry to Arunachala without a car?

The best way to get from Puducherry to Arunachala without a car is to train which takes 1h 42m and costs ₹300 - ₹1,400.

How long does it take to get from Puducherry to Arunachala?

It takes approximately 1h 42m to get from Puducherry to Arunachala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Arunachala bus from?

Puducherry to Arunachala bus services, operated by FlixBus India, depart from FlixBus Pondicherry - Bus Stand station.

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Arunachala train from?

Puducherry to Arunachala train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Pondicherry station.

Train or bus from Puducherry to Arunachala?

The best way to get from Puducherry to Arunachala is to train which takes 1h 42m and costs ₹300 - ₹1,400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹440 - ₹800 and takes 2h 19m.

Where does the Puducherry to Arunachala bus arrive?

Puducherry to Arunachala bus services, operated by FlixBus India, arrive at FlixBus Tiruvannamalai - Bypass station.

Where does the Puducherry to Arunachala train arrive?

Puducherry to Arunachala train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Tiruvannamalai station.

Can I drive from Puducherry to Arunachala?

Yes, the driving distance between Puducherry to Arunachala is 105 km. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Puducherry to Arunachala.

Where can I stay near Arunachala?

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Puducherry to Arunachala - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Puducherry to Arunachala by train, bus (Flixbus), car, or taxi

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Train
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1. Take the train from Pondicherry to Tiruvannamalaitrain 11006 / ...
1h 42m
₹305–1,312
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from FlixBus Pondicherry - Bus Stand to FlixBus Tiruvannamalai - Bypassbus FlixBus IN5270 / ...
2h 19m
₹446–766
Drive 105 km
1. Drive from Puducherry to Arunachalacar 105 km
1h 36m
₹1,181–1,706
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Puducherry to Arunachalataxi 105 km
1h 36m
₹1,800–2,200

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Distance: 107.4 km
Duration: 1h 42m

What companies run services between Puducherry, India and Arunachala, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Pondicherry to Tiruvannamalai 4 times a week. Tickets cost ₹140–1,200 and the journey takes 1h 40m. Alternatively, FlixBus India operates a bus from FlixBus Pondicherry - Bus Stand to FlixBus Tiruvannamalai - Bypass twice daily. Tickets cost ₹240–550 and the journey takes 2h 15m.

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